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A testamentary spousal trust may be an important estate-planning tool for those who want to provide for a surviving spou...
10/13/2026

A testamentary spousal trust may be an important estate-planning tool for those who want to provide for a surviving spouse while preserving capital for other beneficiaries, such as children from a previous relationship.

Created under your Will and taking effect on death, a qualifying spousal trust can provide your spouse income during their lifetime and, depending on the discretion of the trustee, access to capital to maintain the lifestyle you once shared, or to pay for health or long-term care needs.

Qualifying spousal trusts can also serve as a tool to defer capital gains tax on capital property until the surviving spouse’s death.

Every family and estate is different. Our Estate Planning & Administration team can help you determine whether a testamentary spousal trust is right for your estate plan.

Learn more and connect with our Estate Planning team: https://solowaywright.com/service/estate-planning-and-administration/

Is your workplace required to have a Written Policy on Electronic Monitoring? In January of each year, if an employer no...
10/09/2026

Is your workplace required to have a Written Policy on Electronic Monitoring?

In January of each year, if an employer now has 25 or more employees, they are required under s. 41.1.1 of Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) to establish a Written Policy on Electronic Monitoring (WPEM) by March 1 of that year.

The ESA also sets out specific requirements for what the policy must contain and when it must be provided to employees. Even where a WPEM is not legally required, having a clear policy can help employees understand that workplace networks and electronic systems are not intended to be private.

Need help drafting an effective WPEM for your workplace? Reach out to Shannon Sweeney or a member of our Employment Law group: https://solowaywright.com/lawyer/shannon-sweeney/

On October 7, our Health & Wellness Committee brought a little colour to the workday with a Boardroom Bloom Bar. 🌸A spec...
10/09/2026

On October 7, our Health & Wellness Committee brought a little colour to the workday with a Boardroom Bloom Bar. 🌸

A special thank you to our very own Shannon Sweeney, who grew the flowers in her own garden and shared them with the team to create bouquets.

It was a simple and thoughtful way to bring colleagues together while supporting our focus on team building, health and wellness.

There’s something special about seeing a colleague reach an incredible new chapter in their career especially when you’v...
10/08/2026

There’s something special about seeing a colleague reach an incredible new chapter in their career especially when you’ve had the privilege of being part of the journey.

We were proud to be there with Andre Ducasse and our colleagues for his swearing-in ceremony as an Associate Judge of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Ottawa.

Moments like this reflect what we value about our firm: supporting one another, celebrating accomplishments, and genuinely wanting to see the people around us succeed.

We’re incredibly proud of Andre and grateful for the years we had the opportunity to work alongside him. We wish him every success in this exciting next chapter.

When did the procurement process actually begin?In Dalren Limited v. Loadstar Trailers Inc., 2026 ONCA 500, the Ontario ...
10/08/2026

When did the procurement process actually begin?
In Dalren Limited v. Loadstar Trailers Inc., 2026 ONCA 500, the Ontario Court of Appeal considered whether a construction project was governed by the former Construction Lien Act or the current Construction Act.

Although the contract was not signed until 2020, the Court found that the procurement process began with the owner's 2017 request for proposal before the legislative transition to the Construction Act on July 1, 2018. As a result, the project remained subject to the former Construction Lien Act, allowing the owner to withhold payment of disputed invoices until the dispute was resolved.

The takeaway: The timing of the first procurement activity can have significant legal consequences, potentially determining which legislative regime applies to a project years later.

Read the full decision: https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onca/doc/2026/2026onca500/2026onca500.html

For guidance on construction contracts, payment disputes and the Construction Act, connect with our Construction Law team: https://solowaywright.com/service/construction-law/

NEW RULES OF ENGAGEMENT: Construction Law Crash Course & Key Updates “I don’t practise construction law” isn’t always a ...
10/07/2026

NEW RULES OF ENGAGEMENT: Construction Law Crash Course & Key Updates

“I don’t practise construction law” isn’t always a complete defence.

Join Soloway Wright LLP’s Todd Storms and Sarah Naughton for a complimentary CPD presentation designed for Kingston & area lawyers who encounter construction issues in their practices, whether in litigation, employment, corporate, criminal or regulatory matters.

The practical two-hour program will cover construction contracts, Construction Act developments, procurement risks under the Buy Ontario Act, 2025, occupational health and safety, the concept of a “constructor,” and key implications of the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in R. v. Greater Sudbury (City).

📅 October 15, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Soloway Wright LLP | 366 King St E, Kingston
🎓 This program contains 15 minutes of Professionalism content. This program contains 1 hour 45 minutes of substantive content

Following the presentation, stay for refreshments, questions and networking, and an opportunity to check out our new Kingston office!
RSVP: Sarah Naughton at [email protected]

Learn more about our Construction Law team: https://solowaywright.com/service/construction-law/

We were pleased to join the YMCA of Eastern Ontario’s annual Community Classic yesterday in Kingston! ⛳ Soloway Wright i...
10/06/2026

We were pleased to join the YMCA of Eastern Ontario’s annual Community Classic yesterday in Kingston! ⛳

Soloway Wright is proud to support the YMCA and the many programs and initiatives that strengthen and support our local community. We’re grateful for opportunities to connect with others in Kingston and contribute to an organization making a meaningful difference.

Learn more about Soloway Wright and our commitment to the communities we serve: https://solowaywright.com/

When can a writ of possession be renewed?In Bank of Nova Scotia v. Gauthier, 2026 ONSC 5348, the Ontario Superior Court ...
10/06/2026

When can a writ of possession be renewed?
In Bank of Nova Scotia v. Gauthier, 2026 ONSC 5348, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice considered whether a writ of possession should be renewed.

Justice Kamal identified several factors to consider when renewing a writ of possession, including:
• Whether the writ is still active
• Whether the underlying possession order remains valid
• Why the writ has not been executed
• Whether there has been a material change in circumstances
• The interests of the person remaining in possession

The Court found that an extension was appropriate, noting that the writ remained active, the possession order remained valid, and there was no evidence that the person in possession would be inappropriately prejudiced. The attempts to negotiate were also found to be a reasonable explanation for the delay.

Read the full case for more details: https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/2026/2026onsc5348/2026onsc5348.html

For advice regarding possession proceedings or enforcement matters, contact Nick Kruiper and our team at Soloway Wright: https://solowaywright.com/lawyer/nick-kruiper/

Soloway Wright LLP’s increasingly expanding Construction Law Team put their tools down and lifted their forks and cups a...
10/05/2026

Soloway Wright LLP’s increasingly expanding Construction Law Team put their tools down and lifted their forks and cups at Arlo W**e & Restaurant. Because this practice group keeps growing in lawyers, clerks and assistants, we wanted to ‘build’ further collegiality and ‘hammer together’ some laughs and comradery. The venue was perfect with outdoor spaces and a private w**e cellar. Back at it today with a tighter crew helping clients with their construction law and dispute matters. Learn more about our Construction Law team: https://solowaywright.com/service/construction-law/

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